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Solemate Presentation & Signing in Cambridge 7/17/10

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Many people spend years waiting for a soul mate to make them complete. Others settle for unfulfilling relationships out of fear of being alone. Renowned coach, radio host, and bestselling author of “Solemate: Master the Art of Aloneness & Transform Your Life” Lauren Mackler will present her groundbreaking roadmap to help you achieve mastery of your own life, so you can experience a sense of wholeness and well-being on your own or in a relationship. Based upon Lauren's “Solemate” book, this presentation is about treating yourself well, shedding your self-defeating patterns, and becoming the person you were born to be. July 17, 2010 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. Cambridge Center for Adult Education 42 Brattle Street Cambridge. MA 617.547.6789

Click here to register.

Life Keys Radio 6/29/10: Hidden Drivers of Infidelity

In cases of infidelity, one partner is typically labeled a villain and the other a victim. However, it’s usually not that simple. Tune in to hear Lauren’s unique insights about the hidden drivers of infidelity, and how to move beyond the guilt, anger, and pain that infidelity invokes.   Tune in to the Life Keys radio show every Tuesday at 3pm ET, 12pm PT at Hay House Radio. Have a question? Call me toll-free during the live show in the US and Canada at 866-254-1579. International callers can dial the country code then 760-918-4300.

Life Keys Radio 6/22/10: Mastering the Art of Forgiveness

While anger and revenge may give us a feeling of power, resentment consumes precious life energy that could be used to produce a joyful and fulfilling life. Tune in to hear Lauren talk about the benefits of forgiveness and practical tools for achieving the freedom of forgiving yourself and others.     Tune in to the Life Keys radio show every Tuesday at 3pm ET, 12pm PT at Hay House Radio. Have a question? Call me toll-free during the live show in the US and Canada at 866-254-1579. International callers can dial the country code then 760-918-4300.

Lauren Recommends

Truth, Triumph, and Transformation: Sorting Out the Fact from the Fiction in Universal Law By New York Times best-selling author, Sandra Anne Taylor

In this enlightening book, my friend and fellow Hay House author, Sandra Anne Taylor, examines the many elements of destiny, and separates the reliable facts from the confusing fiction that has built up around the laws of attraction. She offers a unique and comprehensive understanding about why things really happen, empowering you to triumph over difficult cycles without self-blame or fear. No matter what obstacles you may encounter, you can turn adversity into new opportunities! Let go of the lies and the clichés, and learn the whole truth in this wonderful new book. Sandra has been a guest on my Life Keys show and Solemate Teleseminar, and I can tell you, this is a woman who really knows her stuff! To purchase the book and get receive free bonus gifts from me and many other authors, click here.

Lauren on Inside Out Radio

Lauren is interviewed by Inside Out host, David Brown. In this enlightening interview, Lauren lifts the social stigma of aloneness and provides a groundbreaking roadmap for gaining mastery of your life, so you can achieve a sense of wholeness and well-being on your own or in a relationship. Mastering the art of aloneness is not about being alone. It’s about treating yourself well, shedding your self-defeating patterns, and becoming the person you were born to be. Rather than depend on someone else to complete you, Mackler suggests “becoming the partner you seek”—your own cherished solemate. Click here to listen.

Life Keys Radio 6/15/10: Healing the Wounds of Divorce

Losing an intimate relationship can invoke our deepest wounds, turning separations into emotional and financial battlefields. In this episode, Lauren talks about the common feelings during separation and divorce, how to foster a “conscious” parting, and use the wounds of separation and divorce as an opportunity for healing and growth.         Tune in to the Life Keys radio show every Tuesday at 3pm ET, 12pm PT at Hay House Radio. Have a question? Call me toll-free during the live show in the US and Canada at 866-254-1579. International callers can dial the country code then 760-918-4300.

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Managing Up

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There are many seminars, books, and articles about how to be an effective leader. But what is often missing from these resources is how to strategically shape and manage relationships with superiors. As a result, many people harbor feelings of stress, overwhelm, frustration, or resentment toward their boss, but keep them hidden for fear of reprisal. Over time, their motivation and performance diminish, putting their job at risk. Below are some practical strategies for building a mutually productive and respectful relationship with your boss, managing expectations and workloads, and positioning yourself as an exceptional leader within your organization.

Understand your boss's work style and preferences. Is your boss formal or informal? Does he like to be briefed in writing before meetings or prefer to brainstorm issues with you? Is your supervisor a hands-on manager who likes to be consulted about issues as they arise, or will regular and informal updates make your boss think you aren't taking the lead in performing your managerial role? While you might think your manager would be pleased that you keep her in the loop, his work style may value a manager who acts more autonomously. Pay attention to the differences in your work style and your boss's style. Where possible, make adjustments to be consistent in style, eliminating unnecessary annoyances that can build into real miscommunications.

Know what matters to your boss. If your boss is a numbers person, quantify your results. And know which numbers matter most to her. If your boss is a customer-is-first kind of person, frame all your results in terms of benefits to customers.

Communicate like your boss. If your boss likes daily e-mails, send them. If your boss wants a once-a-week summary, then do that. Convey information to your boss in the way she likes, so she’s more likely to retain it. Be aware of detail preferences. Some people like a lot and some people like less. A good way to figure out what your boss wants is to watch how she communicates with you. She’s probably doing it the way she likes best.

Plan and organize your meetings to optimize your time together. Keep a running list of follow up and action items to discuss with your boss.

Learn to say no. Say yes to the things that matter most to your boss. So when he asks you to do something that you don’t have time to do, ask your boss about his priorities. Let him know that you want to make sure you finish what is most important, and this will probably mean saying no to the lesser projects.

Toot your own horn. Each time you do something that impacts the company, let your boss know. Leave a voicemail announcing a project has been completed. Send a congratulation e-mail to your team and copy your boss, which not only draws attention to your project success, but also to your leadership skills. Send a monthly overview of your completions and accomplishments, retaining an electronic file to use for performance review time.

Build a relationship with your boss. If all things are equal, your boss will cater to the person she likes the best. So go out to lunch and talk about what interests her. Connect with her by asking her for advice on something about work. If you are very different than your boss, work hard to find common ground in your conversations.

Seek new responsibilities. Find important holes in your department before your boss notices them. Take responsibility for filling those holes and your boss will appreciate not only your foresight, but also your ability to take initiative.

Be curious. Remember to make time to listen and ask good questions. You will make yourself more interesting to be around, and you will elicit fresh ideas from everyone around you. Your boss will feel like having you on the team improves everyone’s work, even his own, and that, after all, is your primary job in managing up.

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© 2010 Lauren Mackler

Lauren Mackler is a coach, keynote speaker, and training facilitator. She’s the author of the international bestseller, Solemate, and co-author of Speaking of Success with Jack Canfield and Stephen Covey. For info about her coaching services or training programs, contact her through her web site at www.laurenmackler.com.

Life Keys Radio 6/8/10: Critical Factors of Success

Success, joy, and fulfillment are things nearly everyone aspires to. But they elude many people, because they lack the right formula to produce them. Tune in to hear Lauren and guest Peggy McColl discuss the most critical ingredients for creating and living a life that you love.    Tune in to the Life Keys radio show every Tuesday at 3pm ET, 12pm PT at Hay House Radio. Have a question? Call me toll-free during the live show in the US and Canada at 866-254-1579. International callers can dial the country code then 760-918-4300.

Life Keys Radio 6/1/10: The Biology of Belief

Despite the challenges of old forms and “truths” collapsing around us, this is a healthy part of the transformational process. Tune in as Lauren and guest Dr. Bruce Lipton discuss the biology of belief, and how our beliefs about ourselves and the planet shape our world and individual lives. Tune in to the Life Keys radio show every Tuesday at 3pm ET, 12pm PT at Hay House Radio. Have a question? Call me toll-free during the live show in the US and Canada at 866-254-1579. International callers can dial the country code then 760-918-4300.

Lauren Recommends: Women's Bodies, Women's Wisdom

The newest version of the groundbreaking classic, Women’s Bodies, Women’s Wisdom by my Hay House colleague and friend, Dr. Christiane Northrup has just been released! Women’s Bodies, Women’s Wisdom is an essential women’s guide for how to truly flourish, not merely avoid disease. The new Women’s Bodies, Women’s Wisdom is an owner’s manual designed to teach you everything that can go right with your body. You can purchase Dr. Northrup’s beloved classic everywhere books are sold. To read an excerpt, go to www.drnorthrup.com.

Solemate Presentation & Signing in Boston 6/5/10

Many people spend years waiting for a soul mate to make them complete. Others settle for unfulfilling relationships out of fear of being alone. Renowned coach and bestselling author of “Solemate: Master the Art of Aloneness & Transform Your Life” Lauren Mackler will present her groundbreaking roadmap to help you achieve mastery of your own life, so you can experience a sense of wholeness and well-being on your own or in a relationship. Based upon Lauren's “Solemate” book, this presentation is about treating yourself well, shedding your self-defeating patterns, and becoming the person you were born to be. Boston Center for Adult Education - 6/5/10 10am-noon - Click here to register

Life Keys – 5/25: Becoming Who You Were Born to Be

Many people struggle to know their values, passions, and strengths--especially those who have lived their lives based on others’ needs and expectations. In this episode, Lauren gives you concrete tools and action steps to help you retrieve your authentic self and become the person you were born to be.   Tune in to the Life Keys radio show on Tuesday at 3pm ET, 12pm PT at Hay House Radio.

Have a question? Call me toll-free during the live show in the US and Canada at 866-254-1579. International callers can dial the country code then 760-918-4300.

Lauren Recommends: Experience Your Good Now!

Experience Your Good Now by Louise Hay In this delightful new book (with CD), Experience Your Good Now, Louise Hay discusses the power of affirmations and how to use them. Louise presents specific topics (health, fear, addictions, prosperity issues, love, intimacy, and more) and exercises that show you how to make changes in every area of your life. Enter now for a chance to win a spot on the I Can Do It! At Sea cruise to the Caribbean at http://www.experienceyourgoodnow.com/!

Life Keys – 5/18: Mastering the Art of Collaboration

Collaboration is something we do throughout our lives. But many of us never learned the art of effective collaboration, resulting in conflict and disappointing collaborative endeavors. Tune in to hear Lauren and guest Sally Shields talk about practical tips and strategies for becoming a more skilled and effective collaborator. Tune in to the Life Keys radio show on Tuesday at 3pm ET, 12pm PT at Hay House Radio.

Have a question? Call me toll-free during the live show in the US and Canada at 866-254-1579. International callers can dial the country code then 760-918-4300.

Lauren Recommends: The Collaborator Rules

The Collaborator Rules by Sally Shields In the first book of its kind, author Sally Shields shows you a whole new way to get along with your collaborators! Chock full of great advice, The Collaborator Rules can make the difference between your collaborator becoming a trusted friend or mortal foe. Funny, insightful, and full of great tips, The Collaborator Rules will make your next collaboration a successful and fun endeavor. Order your copy today and get over $2,000 worth of empowerment gifts! To order the book and access your gifts, click here.

Lauren's CNN Interview about Tiger Woods Affair

Bestselling author, renowned coach, psychotherapist, and relationship expert, Lauren Mackler, is interviewed by CNN about Tiger Woods' affair and press conference. Lauren Mackler is one of the world's foremost experts in human behavior and relationships. She has risen to international prominence as the creator of Illumineering, a groundbreaking coaching method that helps people break free of their self-defeating patterns and create the lives to which they aspire. Lauren is the author of the international bestseller, Solemate: Master the Art of Aloneness & Transform Your Life, fellow author of Speaking of Success with Jack Canfield and Stephen Covey, and host of the Life Keys radio show on Hay House Radio. In 2001, she founded Lauren Mackler & Associates, integrating her diverse expertise to provide coaching, professional trainings, and keynote presentations recognized as among the best in the world today. As a leading expert, Lauren is frequently interviewed by the media, a partial list of which includes CNN, FOX, The Wall Street Journal, London’s Daily Mail, NPR, the New York Daily News, Marie Claire, and Ladies Home Journal. www.laurenmackler.com

Life Keys – 5/11: Partnership & Marriage for the 21st Century

Nearly fifty percent of all U.S. marriages end in divorce and an increasing number of adults are living single lives. Join Lauren for a provocative discussion about why stereotypical roles and marriages no longer work, and the attributes and benefits of more equitable and partnership-based relationship and marriage models.    Tune in to the Life Keys radio show on Tuesday at 3pm ET, 12pm PT at Hay House Radio.   Have a question? Call me toll-free during the live show in the US and Canada at 866-254-1579. International callers can dial the country code then 760-918-4300.

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Live Boldly with Lauren Mackler

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Bestselling author and world-renowned coach, Lauren Mackler, is interviewed by CNN and talks about her journey starting as a fourteen year-old runaway, becoming a recording artist with the group Tuxedo Junction, then leaving the music business in 1982 to become one of the world’s leading authorities in personal and professional development. www.laurenmackler.com

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